I had the '96 Marin Nail Trail frame sandblasted - or I should say media-blasted to get rid of the anodized layer and some of the chips and nicks. Now the frame looks very raw - like sparkly whitish gray kind of porous raw. It would take a ton of work to polish it and don't think it's worth the time.

So the question is - can a clear coat like VHT be put over freshly sandblasted aluminum? No primer, no paint. It should definitely stick, I'm more concerned about durability and actually turning smooth.

Where I'm at in the US, clear powder coat (stage 1 - one layer) costs about $65. 3 cans of VHT Clear Coat costs about $40. Not a big difference I know, but it's something I want to do myself, so I'll give it a try. I think I should be able to put about 4 coats total.

Where I'm at in the US, clear powder coat (stage 1 - one layer) costs about $65. 3 cans of VHT Clear Coat costs about $40. Not a big difference I know, but it's something I want to do myself, so I'll give it a try. I think I should be able to put about 4 coats total.

Do yourself a huge favor and call this guy first. Oliver use to work for Spectrum Powderworks before they sold off their bike arm and was the master in my opinion. He's just getting going and may be able to offer you a good price here in the US.

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